THE BRAND Drake's was founded in London in 1977 with a single guiding principle: relaxed elegance. What began as a tie-making operation in East London has grown into one of Britain's most respected menswear houses, producing soft tailoring in Italy, traditional knitwear in Scotland, and shirts in their own factory in Chard, Somerset. Every Drake's piece is built to be worn and worn again, for years, if not decades. DETAILS The Drake's Five-Pocket Chore Jacket is one of the brand's most enduring and beloved pieces, and in ecru heavy linen it is at its most seasonally considered. A workwear staple reinterpreted with the restraint and craft that defines Drake's approach, the chore jacket retains its relevance through its spare, unfussy construction and near-limitless versatility. This version is cut from a rustic, full-bodied Italian linen weave that delivers in both texture and depth of colour. The cloth has a substantial, confident hand that holds its shape over the course of a long day, while the natural breathability of linen ensures comfort in warm weather. The ecru colorway reads as clean and understated without being stark, sitting equally well with dark trousers, faded denim or shorts. Five patch pockets provide the utility the chore jacket was born to deliver, while mother of pearl buttons add a considered finishing touch that lifts the garment beyond its workwear origins. The cut is deliberately generous with a slightly boxy shape recalling the original workwear garments of the early twentieth century, worn as a true overshirt or light layer rather than a tailored jacket. Fabric: 100% Linen, Italian cloth Pockets: Five patch pockets Buttons: Mother of pearl Fit: Generous, slightly boxy, true to size Made in: Portugal SIZE & FIT True to size, the chore jacket is cut with a generous, slightly boxy silhouette recalling its workwear origins Works as an overshirt or a light layer over a T-shirt or lightweight knitwear If between sizes, sizing down will give a closer fit; sizing up allows for easier layering CARE Do not tumble dry, hang to dry and shape while slightly damp Iron on a medium-high heat while damp for a crisper look, or leave lightly creased for a relaxed finish Linen will soften and develop a natural character with every wash and wear
